2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 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 B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | B3000 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
