2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 474 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 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Relay | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
