1972 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1972 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 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
