1974 Seat 133 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 647 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, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | 133 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
