1991 BMW 518 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 14 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 518 weights approximately 180 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, 1991 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 518 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
