2009 Fiat Linea vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Linea weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 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 Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Linea | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
