2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
