1977 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 521 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 124 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |