1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1970 Seat 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 124 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1200 | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |