1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 131 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
