1979 Seat 124 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
