1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 277 kg more than 1969 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
