1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 1974 Seat 131 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Seat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | GT 1 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
