1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 711 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 Pontiac Sunfire (176 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Sunfire | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
