2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 410 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
