2003 MG TF vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 24 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, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131.
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, 2003 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | TF | 131 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
