1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 686 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 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 1979 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 133 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
