2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 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 Pontiac Piranha (203 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Piranha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Piranha | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
