1969 Seat 124 vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen 1302 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |