1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1974 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 1974 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1974 Seat 131 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | 131 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |