2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP) has 552 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 804 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
