2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Ibiza | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | 124 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |