1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1975 Seat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1975 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | 62 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
