1977 Seat 131 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1977 Seat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 131 (53 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 131 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 131 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Seat | ZAZ |
| Model | 131 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
