1977 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 36 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), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 644 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, 2013 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Seat | Acura |
| Model | 124 | TSX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2708 mm |
