1980 Renault 14 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 14 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
