1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
