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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
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 | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 954 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 |
