2000 Renault Megane vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Megane (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Megane weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 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 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Megane | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
