1972 Seat 124 vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1972 Seat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Talbot Lago America (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 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, 1959 Talbot Lago America (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | 124 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
