1976 Seat 131 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 29 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, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 131 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1976 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1976 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 131 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Seat | Smart |
| Model | 131 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |
