1973 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 35 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 568 kg more than 1973 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
