1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 276 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
