1978 Seat 133 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 31 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1617 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 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 133 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 133 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
