1979 Seat 131 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 33 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, 1979 Seat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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, 1979 Seat 131 (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 131 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
