1974 Seat 133 vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 30 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Primera weights approximately 580 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, 2004 Nissan Primera, 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, 2004 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 133 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
