1976 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 583 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | CC |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2708 mm |