1969 Seat 124 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 131 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 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, 1974 Seat 131 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | 131 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |