2001 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 25 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. Both 2001 BMW 320 and 1976 Seat 131 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 490 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 320 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
