1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 571 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Mondial | 131 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
