1969 Seat 124 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 115 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | 124 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |