1979 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 221 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 Hyundai Getz (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
