1974 Seat 133 vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1974 Seat 133 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1974 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, 1953 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | 133 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2250 mm |
