1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler 160 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | 160 | 131 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |