1981 Seat 131 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 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. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 131 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat 131 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | 131 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |