1975 Seat 124 vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 11 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 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 348 kg more than 1975 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | XT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
