2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 261 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Cobalt | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
