1969 Cadillac Calais 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 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1979 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Calais | 124 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
