2004 Toyota MR2 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 1974 Seat 131 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Seat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota MR2 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | MR2 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
