1979 Seat 124 vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. 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 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2160 mm |
