1981 Seat 127 vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 213 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.
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 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
