1977 Seat 124 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 144 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
