1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
