2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Kalina | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
