1978 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 1978 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 402 kg more than 1974 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 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Cosmo | 1974 Seat 133 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Cosmo | 133 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |