1970 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 729 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 124 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Seat | Saab |
| Model | 124 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
