1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
