1975 Seat 124 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1977 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 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | 124 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |