2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 257 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 Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Getz | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
