1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Sprint | 124 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
