1972 Seat 124 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 465 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 124 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |