2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC ForTwo | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | ForTwo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2430 mm |
