1971 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 124 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
