1972 Seat 124 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 150 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
