1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 90 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
