1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 440 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 993 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
