1979 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 704 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2838 mm |
