2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
