For what it is worth, I purchased this bike, obviously a garage queen, virtually unused, then changed the handlebars and brake levers. Total expenditure = about $110.
If you are on relatively flat roads the gearing and brakes are more than adequate. Pedals just like any new bike. 40 years young.
27 in wheels, 1 3/8” tires, easy to step thru, upright pedaling position. Lower the saddle for feet-on-the-ground starting/stopping if you have balance issues.