1972 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 1974 Seat 133 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 133 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 1974 Seat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Honda Civic (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1974 Seat 133 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | 133 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |