2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 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 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
