1975 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 525 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | V50 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |