1994 Opel Tigra vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 15 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 53 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Tigra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
