1978 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, both 1978 Audi 100 and 1978 Seat 131 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
