2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 24 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Vamos | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
