1969 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 166 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | 124 | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2301 mm |