2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 380 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
