1978 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2737 mm |
