2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1977 Seat 133
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133.
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 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1977 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-8 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
