2002 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 24 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 970 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Omega | 133 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |
