1976 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 310 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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
