2004 Honda Life vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 27 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Life | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
