1965 MG MGB vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1975 Seat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGB (89 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 131 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1965 MG MGB.
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, 1965 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGB | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | MGB | 131 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
