1999 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (231 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 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 Saab 03-Sep (357 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saab 03-Sep | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 03-Sep | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
