1973 Seat 124 vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 26 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Seat | Venturi |
| Model | 124 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
