2000 Saturn L vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 408 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn L | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | L | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
