1976 Seat 124 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 350 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 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Bora |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |