1996 Ford Probe vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Probe | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
