2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 809 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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Galaxy | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
