2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 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 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
