1985 Porsche 944 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
