2002 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Aceca | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
