1975 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 411 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
