1976 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1033 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2875 mm |
