2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1475 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Sentra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
