1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 90 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
