1978 Renault Siete vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, both 1978 Renault Siete and 1978 Seat 133 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault Siete weights approximately 126 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault Siete, 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, 1978 Renault Siete (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault Siete | 1978 Seat 133 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Siete | 133 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1037 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |