1973 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3090 mm |
