2003 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 740 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.
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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda NSX | 1974 Seat 133 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | NSX | 133 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |