2008 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 462 kg more than 1971 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
