1976 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2011 Fiat Multipla is newer by 35 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Multipla (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 515 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, 2011 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
