1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 8 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 1979 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 1979 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1979 Seat 131 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Festiva | 131 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |