1979 Seat 124 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 22 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
