2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1970 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 407 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
