2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Seat 133

To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 738 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mazda RX-8 1976 Seat 133
Make Mazda Seat
Model RX-8 133
Year Released 2006 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1308 cc 843 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 8200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1428 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3460 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2030 mm


 

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