2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 120 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
