1965 Morgan 4 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 131 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Morgan 4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan 4 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 4 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
