1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 1980 Seat 127 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 405 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |
