1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1975 Seat 133
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 133 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1975 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 190 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
