1978 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 265 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Roomster (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
