2006 Renault Clio vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 60 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, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 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 |
