1973 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 39 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 701 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 124 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | 124 | Carens |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |