1989 Rover 216 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Rover 216 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1975 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 Rover 216 (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 216 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
