1993 Ford Probe vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 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 Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Probe | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
