1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 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), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 340 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 626 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 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 | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
