1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
