2004 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 190 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 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
