1972 Seat 124 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 17 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 200 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, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
