2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1970 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 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Ascender | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2430 mm |
