1981 Seat 127 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
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 Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1980 Mazda Cosmo 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 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
