1969 Seat 124 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 12 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
