1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121.
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 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 121 | 1979 Seat 131 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 121 | 131 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |