1977 Seat 133 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 876 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | E |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
