1989 Renault 19 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
