1977 Seat 131 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1977 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 131 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 131 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Seat | Lotus |
| Model | 131 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2299 mm |
