1974 Seat 133 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1205 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2790 mm |
