1975 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 306 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | 124 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |