1977 Seat 124 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
