1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 850 | 124 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |