1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MPV | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
