2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 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 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 03-Sep | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 03-Sep | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
