1980 Renault 5 vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 is newer by 1 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, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault 5 | 1979 Seat 131 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 5 | 131 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |