1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1400 | 124 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |