1979 Seat 131 vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 131 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Seat 131.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 131 | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
