1974 Seat 131 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 32 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 345 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, 2006 Seat Altea, 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, 2006 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 131 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 131 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
