1978 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 606 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 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1536 kg |
