1976 Seat 124 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 972 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 124 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
