1973 Seat 124 vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 30 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), 2003 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 124 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
