1979 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 23 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | 124 | Panda |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |