1979 Seat 131 vs. 1979 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1979 Seat 131 and 1979 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Toyota Tercel.
Because 1979 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 1979 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Tercel, 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. 1979 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1979 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 131 | 1979 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
