1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 126 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
