1972 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 39 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1290 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 124 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | 124 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |