1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1977 Seat 131
To start off, 1977 Seat 131 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 94 kg more than 1977 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 1977 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Aurelia | 131 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
