1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1974 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Deauville | 133 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
