1991 Rover 100 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 16 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 100 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
