1979 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka weights approximately 36 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, 2011 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Ka |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |