1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Seat 133
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 133 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Caprice | 133 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
