1987 Renault 5 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 5 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
