2003 Mini One vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 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 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | One | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
