1979 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 554 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | V50 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |