1976 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 520 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 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | 124 | Tucson |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2639 mm |