2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 28 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 108 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Cobalt | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
