1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 226 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mustang | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
