2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 31 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 261 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 5 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
