1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | SP-4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
