1980 Seat 131 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 131 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP) has 510 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1525 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1980 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat 131 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Seat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 131 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 563 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3294 mm |
