2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | STS-V | 133 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2030 mm |
