1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia 2000 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | 2000 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
