1976 Seat 131 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Seat Toledo, 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 131 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 131 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
