2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 730 kg more than 1977 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 Saab 03-Sep (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 03-Sep | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 03-Sep | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
