1997 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 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 RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda RX-7 | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-7 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
