1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 15 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Seat |
| Model | S8 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
