2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 149 kg more than 1978 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 (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Sonata | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
