2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 26 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 700 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Spyder | 131 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
