1975 Fiat 133 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 611 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 133 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
