1973 Seat 124 vs. 1969 Simca 1100

To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1100 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1973 Seat 124.

Let's talk about torque, 1969 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Seat 124 1969 Simca 1100
Make Seat Simca
Model 124 1100
Year Released 1973 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1197 cc 1204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 954 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2530 mm


 

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