2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 78 kg more than 1975 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
