2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1170 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Grand Espace | 133 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |
