2006 MG ZT-T vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 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 MG ZT-T (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT-T | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | ZT-T | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
