1976 Seat 124 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 290 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
