1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 1973 Seat 127 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1973 Seat 127 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 95 | 127 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |