1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 21 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 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP) has 494 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1212 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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Seat |
| Model | Chiron | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
