1971 Seat 124 vs. 1986 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1986 Talbot Horizon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 18 kg more than 1971 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 124 | 1986 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | 124 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
