1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1975 Seat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 1600 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
