1979 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 26 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | 124 | Liana |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |