2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1978 Seat 131 | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | Defender | 131 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |