2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 131 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Seat |
| Model | G34 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
