2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
