1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Nissan Vanette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Vanette | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Vanette | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2430 mm |
