2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 779 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 900 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lotec | Seat |
| Model | C 1000 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
