1978 Seat 133 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 841 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 133 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 133 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 133 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
