1988 Holden Barina vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Barina | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2430 mm |
