1975 Renault 30 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1976 Seat 131 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
Because 1976 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 1976 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 30 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
