2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1982 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Cooper | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
