2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
