1979 Seat 133 vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 180 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 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 133 | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 133 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
