2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 470 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, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Magnus | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
