1979 Seat 124 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 1 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, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
