1979 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 124 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |