1973 Seat 124 vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
