1958 BMW 600 vs. 1978 Seat 133

To start off, 1978 Seat 133 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 841 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 133 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 133 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 1978 Seat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.

Compare all specifications:

1958 BMW 600 1978 Seat 133
Make BMW Seat
Model 600 133
Year Released 1958 1978
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 583 cc 841 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 20 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 550 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 2910 mm 3460 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 1710 mm 2030 mm


 

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