1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Esprit | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
