1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 17 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Carisma | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
