2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Ford Galaxy is newer by 29 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 798 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, 2008 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Galaxy | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Galaxy | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
