1977 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 29 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
