1974 Seat 133 vs. 1978 Simca 1307
To start off, 1978 Simca 1307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1307 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1974 Seat 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 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1307, 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, 1978 Simca 1307 (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 1978 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | 133 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
