1985 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Debonair | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
