1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 Seat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1100 | 124 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |