1982 Maserati 420 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 7 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 420 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
