2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Picanto | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
