1970 Seat 124 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 164 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 124 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | 124 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
