1976 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 435 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 124 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2634 mm |
