1998 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 15 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 Mitsubishi Colt (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
