2006 Mazda 2 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 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 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 2 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
