2003 Holden Zafira vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 27 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 530 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
