1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 950 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Newport | 131 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |
