1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1970 Seat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1970 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, 1963 Fiat 1500 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1500 | 124 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |