2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 795 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 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Croma | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
