1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 1977 Seat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1977 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Deauville | 127 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
