2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 784 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 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Spyder | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
