1972 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 416 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 124 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |