1969 Seat 124 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 40 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 264 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Altea |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |