1972 Opel Rekord vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1981 Seat 131 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Rekord (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Rekord | 1981 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Rekord | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
