1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1976 Seat 133

To start off, both 1976 Chrysler 1609 and 1976 Seat 133 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chrysler 1609 1976 Seat 133
Make Chrysler Seat
Model 1609 133
Year Released 1976 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1812 cc 843 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3460 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2030 mm


 

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