2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Tribute | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
