1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1100 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
