1979 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 500 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Altea |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |