1998 Lada 110 vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 17 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 110 weights approximately 315 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, 1998 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 110 | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 110 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
