1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Seat 133
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 884 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Seat 133 | |
Make | Avanti | Seat |
Model | Avanti | 133 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2030 mm |