1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 276 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Esprit | 124 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
