1970 Saab 99 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab 99 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1975 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, 1970 Saab 99 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Saab 99 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 99 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1709 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
