2009 Honda Element vs. 1977 Seat 133
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 32 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 788 kg more than 1977 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1977 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | 133 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
