1975 Audi 80 vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 80 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
