2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 995 kg more than 1976 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Milan | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
