2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 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 MX-5 Miata (244 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
