1971 Rover 2000 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1978 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 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 2000 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
