2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1980 Seat 131
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 131 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1980 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1980 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1980 Seat 131 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Seat |
Model | Silver Seraph | 131 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2500 mm |