2007 BMW 118 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 260 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 118 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
