1981 Seat 131 vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 131 would be higher. Both 1981 Seat 131 and 1992 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 131 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 131 | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 131 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| 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 | 68 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
