1998 Renault Megane vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Megane weights approximately 290 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 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Megane | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
