1999 Kia Rio vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Rio | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
