1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1980 Seat 131
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 8 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 955 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1980 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | Virage | 131 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
