2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 29 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 106 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Barchetta | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
