1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1969 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1969 Seat 124 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Riviera | 124 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |