1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 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 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 605 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
