2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | i10 | 124 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |