1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
