1979 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
