2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
Make | Brilliance | Seat |
Model | BS4 | 124 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |