2005 Opel Signum vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 680 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 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
