1977 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 628 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 Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega 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 Omega | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 124 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
