2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
