2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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 Punto (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
