1975 Seat 133 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1148 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 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 133 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 133 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2835 mm |
