1977 Seat 133 vs. 1985 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1985 Subaru Rex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 133 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 133 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 133 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1985 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Rex, 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, 1977 Seat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 1985 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 133 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2260 mm |
