2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Coupe | 127 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
