2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Seat 131
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 367 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131.
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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Seat 131 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | V8 Vantage | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |