Originally Posted by
ethernal
This is all aggravated by the narrower seats on a 737 (vs. an A320), but it doesn't seem to be the driver of disdain since 757s have the same undersized seats as the 739 and most people here like the 757s.
While the 757's seats are the same width as a 737, there's a perception of more overall space per person in a 757. The cabin floor is lower, making the ceiling a bit higher, and the space at the window seat feels more generous. The sense that the 757 can get off the ground smartly helps too.