2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Idea | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
