2003 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 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 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saab 03-Sep | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 03-Sep | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
