1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 131 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
