1977 Seat 133 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 814 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 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 133 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
