1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 570 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | CLK | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
