1970 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 234 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Seat 124 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | 124 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |