1984 Renault 18 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
