1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 965 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Astro | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Astro | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
