2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-8 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
