1977 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 35 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2012 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 124 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
