1969 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 495 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 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Monaro | 124 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
