1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 651 kg more than 1975 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1975 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Firebird | 127 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
