1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 24 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 480 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Cougar | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
