1981 Seat 127 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 660 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
