1993 Rover 200 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 200 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
