1976 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 165 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
