1977 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
