2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1977 Seat 133
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 24 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 124 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 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1977 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | U4 B | 133 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
