1977 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 1978 Seat 133 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1978 Seat 133 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Regal | 133 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |