1990 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Magna | 124 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
