1981 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 1055 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 127 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2751 mm |
