1977 Seat 133 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 391 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 133 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |
