1973 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 40 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 861 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2774 mm |
