1975 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 33 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 508 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
