2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Esprit | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
