1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maxi | 124 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
