1975 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 37 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Smart ForTwo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | 124 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |