1969 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 44 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 524 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, 2013 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | 124 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2795 mm |
