1976 Seat 124 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |