1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 131 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Seat 131.
Because 1950 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1500 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
