1977 Seat 133 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1977 Seat 133 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | 133 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
