2000 Mazda Demio vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio 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, 1979 Seat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda Demio, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Demio | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
