1974 Seat 133 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1115 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | 133 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
