1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. Both 1977 Fiat 132 and 1978 Seat 131 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132.
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, 1977 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 132 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
