1977 Seat 124 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1050 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 124 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | 124 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |