2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
