2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1980 Seat 131
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 28 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 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 460 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1980 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-8 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
