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 |