1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1979 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | 62 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
