1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1979 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 Mazda 323 (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
