1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1977 Seat 131
To start off, 1977 Seat 131 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 131 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1977 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
