1970 Peugeot 204 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 204 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 204 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
