1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 631 kg more than 1980 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1980 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Firebird | 131 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
