1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Coupe | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
