2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 560 kg more than 1976 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Frontier | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2500 mm |
