1977 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 124 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
