1974 Seat 133 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S

To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 31 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 485 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Seat 133 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
Make Seat Koenigsegg
Model 133 CC8S
Year Released 1974 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 842 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 655 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 55 Nm 752 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 4191 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1069 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2659 mm


 

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