1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 500 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2500 mm |
