1981 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 32 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), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 825 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | 127 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2776 mm |
