2006 Renault Clio vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
