2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 478 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sportage | 131 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
