1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 208 | 1981 Seat 131 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 208 | 131 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 328 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |