1980 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 198 kg more than 1974 Seat 127.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1980 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
