2007 BMW 130 vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 33 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 690 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.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 130 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
