1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 504 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
