2005 Kia Retona vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 934 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Retona | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
