1970 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 40 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 124 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2737 mm |
