1969 Seat 124 vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 17 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 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 190 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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | 124 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
