2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 716 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 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Sonata | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
