1976 Seat 133 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1976 Seat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 133 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
