1972 Seat 124 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 124 | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Polo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |