1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Esprit | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
