1974 Seat 133 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 38 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 810 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 133 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2500 mm |
