1986 Maserati 420 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 420 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 420 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
