2006 BMW 316 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 316 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
