1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 9 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 890 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
