1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1979 Seat 133
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 3 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 655 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1979 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
