1976 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1860 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 124 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 4250 mm |
