2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 25 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara II | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
