1972 Seat 124 vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 500 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, 1981 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Seat | Buick |
| Model | 124 | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
