1975 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 155 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2525 mm |
