2008 Rover 45 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 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 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 45 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
