1976 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 255 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
