1998 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 188 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
