1974 Seat 131 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 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 131 (53 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 275 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 Seat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 131 | 1976 Seat 133 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 131 | 133 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |