1979 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 826 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | 124 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
