2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1974 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | E-250 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
