1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 16 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 220 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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Tempo | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
