1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Fiesta (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
