1975 Seat 124 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
