1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 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, 1975 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 818 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
