2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 747 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vivaro | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
