2006 Honda Element vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1972 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
