1998 Kia Joice vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 431 kg more than 1975 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Joice | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
