2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 740 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Phedra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
