1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Sprint | 127 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
