2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 131 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | F-250 | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2500 mm |