1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1979 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 1979 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1979 Seat 131 (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Seat 131 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfasud | 131 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |