2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1979 Seat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Seat 131 (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 146 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
