1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 20 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 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | M250 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
