2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 370 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 980 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 |
