1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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. 1974 Seat 131 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari D 50 has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari D 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Seat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari D 50 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | D 50 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
