1972 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 424 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 Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
