1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Seat Formula. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Formula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 993 | Formula |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
