1979 Seat 133 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 133 | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 133 | Colt |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |