1980 Seat 131 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 131 would be higher. Both 1980 Seat 131 and 2002 Toyota Will are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Will weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will, 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1980 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat 131 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Will |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
