1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 270 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 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
