1987 Ford Laser vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Laser | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
