2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1055 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1976 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Viper | 133 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
