2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
