1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 19 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 757 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MPV | 131 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
