1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 1300 | 124 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2430 mm |