1978 Seat 131 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 136 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.
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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 131 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
