1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1980 Seat 131
To start off, 1980 Seat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat 131 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300.
Because 1980 Seat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1980 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2500 mm |
