1972 Seat 124 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 32 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 600 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, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
