1957 Seat 600 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
