1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover 3.5 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 3.5 | 124 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |