1998 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
