1976 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,390 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 368 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |