1978 Seat 133 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 685 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 133 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 133 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |