2009 Kia Optima vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Optima | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
