1977 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 30 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 484 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
