1973 NSU 1000 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 131 (53 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. 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, 1978 Seat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | NSU | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
