1993 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 705 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | 127 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |