2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 525 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
