1977 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
