2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 439 kg more than 1976 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 Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
