1979 Seat 131 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 131 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 131 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
