1979 Seat 124 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 24 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
