1974 Seat 133 vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 325 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, 1986 Holden Camira, 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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | 133 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
