1971 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 124 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
