1978 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1981 Seat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (75 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Plymouth Horizon, 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 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Horizon | 1981 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Horizon | 131 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
