2003 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 29 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Seat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Fit | 133 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
