1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 850 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1974 Seat 133 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 133 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2030 mm |