1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Montrose | 124 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
