1976 Seat 131 vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 37 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 571 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, 2013 Mazda 5, 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 131 | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
