1997 Eagle Talon vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 19 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Eagle Talon weights approximately 450 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Talon | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Eagle | Seat |
| Model | Talon | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
