1979 Seat 133 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 605 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 133 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
