1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 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 1978 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea, 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, 2011 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 133 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
