1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 823 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 1997 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Firebird | 127 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
