1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 205 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
