2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 29 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 335 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | Bionic Car Concept | 124 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |