1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 365 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
