2008 Honda Element vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1977 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
