1974 Seat 133 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1974 Seat 133 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 600 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Seat 133 1970 Toyota Crown
Make Seat Toyota
Model 133 Crown
Year Released 1974 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 842 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 55 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2730 mm


 

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