1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 1974 Seat 133 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 133 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
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, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Datsun | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
