1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1977 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
