1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 156 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ3A | 124 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
