2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 440 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Cooper | 127 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
