1969 Seat 124 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 212 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
