1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
