1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | RX-7 | 131 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |