1980 Seat 131 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 26 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. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat 131 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1980 Seat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat 131 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
