1977 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1981 Seat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 131 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1981 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 1981 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1981 Seat 131 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | 131 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |