1978 Seat 133 vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1978 Seat 133 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 845 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.
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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 133 | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | 133 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |
