1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 23 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 610 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Viper | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
