1979 Seat 124 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
