1999 Morgan 4 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan 4 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
