1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 644 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 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 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon, 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 133 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
