1973 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morgan 4 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
