1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 20 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 400 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S-MX | 124 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |