1977 Seat 133 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 812 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 133 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 133 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2578 mm |
