1977 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 124 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | 124 | i20 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2525 mm |