1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 616 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
