2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 29 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Strada | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
