1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1800 | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |