1994 Rover 600 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 600 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
