1978 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 33 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | 124 | Antara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |