1976 Seat 124 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 469 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 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
