1993 Rover 200 vs. 1977 Seat 133
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 379 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.
Because 1977 Seat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1977 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 200 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
