2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 29 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 278 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, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Tiida | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
