1978 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic is newer by 34 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Scenic weights approximately 285 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, 2012 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
