1979 Seat 131 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 31 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 131 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | iQ |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |