1976 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 34 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 181 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Seat | Dacia |
| Model | 124 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
