2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 2 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
