1998 GMC Safari vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1978 Seat 133 | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Safari | 133 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |