1979 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
