1965 Saab MC vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 124 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Saab MC (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Saab MC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | MC | 124 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
