1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 820 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Trans Sport | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
