1979 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 69 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
