1977 Seat 133 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 924 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | 133 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
