1974 Opel Kadett vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 1976 Seat 133 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 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, 1974 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 1976 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | 133 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
