1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1977 Seat 131
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 131 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 1977 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
