1974 Seat 131 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 535 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 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 1999 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1974 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 131 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 131 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
