1978 Seat 133 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 700 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, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 133 | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 133 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
