1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Astro | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
