1979 Seat 131 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 131 (53 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Seat 131.
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, 1979 Seat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 131 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 131 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |