1969 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 880 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 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | Seat | Renault |
Model | 124 | Clio |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |