2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 349 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
