1996 Rover 400 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 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 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 400 | 124 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |