1983 Renault 4 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1983 Renault 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 131 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Seat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 4 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 4 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
