1979 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 33 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | 124 | Cruze |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |