1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 23 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 866 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Scorpio | 133 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
