1975 Seat 124 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1353 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Polo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |