1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1978 Seat 133

To start off, 1978 Seat 133 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Pontiac GTO 1978 Seat 133
Make Pontiac Seat
Model GTO 133
Year Released 1969 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6549 cc 841 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 365 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 603 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 3460 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2030 mm


 

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