2007 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 27 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
