2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 27 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 520 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | F430 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
