1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 390 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 626 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
