1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 324 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | F-150 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
