1969 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 512 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Seat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | Altima |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |