1975 Seat 133 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 133 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 TVR Griffith weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 133 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | 133 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
