2006 Renault Clio vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 30 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 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 |
