1999 Honda Insight vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 1971 Seat 124 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Insight | 124 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |