1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 165 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Lantra | 124 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |