1995 Opel Tigra vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 16 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 125 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Tigra | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Tigra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
