1972 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 38 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 175 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 124 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3310 mm |
