1977 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
