2006 Renault Scenic vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 545 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 Renault Scenic (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Scenic | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
