1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1976 Seat 127
To start off, 1976 Seat 127 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 127 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1976 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2230 mm |
