2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
