1979 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
