1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 131 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 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 |
