2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 30 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 528 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | F430 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
