1974 Seat 131 vs. 2000 Tata Estate

To start off, 2000 Tata Estate is newer by 26 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 675 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.

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, 2000 Tata Estate (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Seat 131 2000 Tata Estate
Make Seat Tata
Model 131 Estate
Year Released 1974 2000
Engine Size 1295 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 67 HP
Torque 94 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2830 mm


 

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