1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Seat 131

To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 595 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Fiat 130 1974 Seat 131
Make Fiat Seat
Model 130 131
Year Released 1976 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2500 mm


 

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