2005 Seat Altea vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 31 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea, 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 1974 Seat 131 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Altea | 131 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |