1974 Seat 131 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 235 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.
Because 1974 Seat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 131 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 131 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
