2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 502 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 133 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
