2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1979 Seat 133
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1979 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | SV-8 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
