1999 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Aceca | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
