2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 107 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
