1976 Holden Torana vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 131 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
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 Holden Torana (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Torana | 131 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
