1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 680 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Thunderbird | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
