1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1981 Seat 131 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 131 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1981 Seat 131 | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 131 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 94 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |