1974 Seat 133 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 11 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 270 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 133 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | 133 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |