1977 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 85 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
