1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1969 Seat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 450 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
