1976 Seat 124 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | 440 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |