1979 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 34 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 477 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
Make Seat Chevrolet
Model 124 Cruze
Year Released 1979 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1197 cc 1400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1407 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4597 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2685 mm


 

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