1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 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 SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi SST | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | SST | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
