1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
