1977 Seat 133 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 579 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.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 133 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
