1974 Seat 131 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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, 1969 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 131 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | 131 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
