1977 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 498 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Seat | Jeep |
| Model | 124 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2634 mm |
