2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | B2300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
