1973 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 599 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 124 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Passat |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |