1972 Seat 124 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 29 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 360 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
