2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 181 kg more than 1975 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 Dacia Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Dacia | Seat |
| Model | Sandero | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
