2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 498 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
