1976 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1207 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Seat 124 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Seat Volkswagen
Model 124 Touareg
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1197 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 2137 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2893 mm


 

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