1975 Seat 124 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 23 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura EL weights approximately 149 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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Seat | Acura |
| Model | 124 | EL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
