1975 Seat 124 vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 26 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Aerio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 176 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, 2001 Suzuki Aerio (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
