2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 133 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1974 Seat 133 | |
Make | Caterham | Seat |
Model | Beaulieu | 133 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |