1984 BMW 316 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1984 BMW 316 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 316 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 316 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1971 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, 1984 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 316 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
