1974 Seat 133 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 26 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 370 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | 133 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
