2005 Seat Leon vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 24 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 441 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, 2005 Seat Leon (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
