1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 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 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 306 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
