2000 Opel Astra vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
