1975 Seat 133 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza 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, 1996 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 133 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 133 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
