1977 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 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 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 12 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2489 mm |
