2009 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 241 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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
