1976 Seat 124 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 450 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, 2004 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
