2004 Honda Element vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 909 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 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | 133 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
