1980 Audi 80 vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 6 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 275 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 80 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
