1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 125 F1 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
