1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1977 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
