2005 Buick Century vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 566 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Century | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Century | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
