1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1980 Seat 131
To start off, 1980 Seat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1980 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flaminia | 131 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
