1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 903 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 174 kg more than 1981 Seat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | DKW | Seat |
Model | Coupe | 127 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |