2003 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 28 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 522 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escape | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
