1979 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 334 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 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | 124 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2634 mm |
