1979 Seat 127 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 127 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
