1979 Seat 131 vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 (149 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 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. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 131 | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 131 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
