1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 124 (64 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1400 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 88 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 | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
