1995 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Magna | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
