1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1400 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
