1974 Seat 133 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 34 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 1190 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 133 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3340 mm |
