1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 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 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 405 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
