2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 287 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 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 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 1976 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | TS500 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2030 mm |
