1978 Seat 124 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | 124 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3050 mm |