2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Avalanche | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2430 mm |
