2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Seat 133
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 133 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1979 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1979 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sorento | 133 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
