1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1972 Seat 124 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Festiva | 124 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |