2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 6 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 6 | 124 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |